by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 29, 2021 | Community Health, Diabetic Care, Healthy Living
Commonly referred to as “diabetic eye disease,” diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that most commonly forms as a result of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. These often cause unhealthy levels of blood sugar. In turn, elevated blood sugar can cause internal swelling in...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 8, 2021 | Community Health, Healthy Living, Wound Care
One of the human body’s first lines of defense against infection covers nearly your entire body. That’s right, your skin! While this may seem odd, especially if you’ve ever gotten a paper cut, your skin accomplishes a lot. There are three main layers of skin –...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 24, 2021 | CCMH Community, Healthy Living, Lifestyle, Men's Health, Women's Health
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a lot of change in today’s society. If the last year has caused mental stress and strain, or if you are recovering physically from illness, we may have a suggestion for you! For some, participating in yoga and regular meditation...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 17, 2021 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Healthy Living, Women's Health
This month is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month (or PCOS). PCOS affects 1 in 10 women after puberty and can cause hormonal imbalances that can affect their health and appearance. In some cases, PCOS can also cause infertility or difficulty getting pregnant....
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 8, 2021 | Community Health, Healthy Living, LCHC, Pediatrics
Returning to school can be difficult for parents and children. Kids don’t want their summer vacation to end, and parents are thinking about back-to-school illnesses. Schools can be a hotspot for germs and viruses. Teaching your kids how to be safe, healthy and aware...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Aug 27, 2021 | Community Health, Drewry Family Emergency Center, Emergency Services, Healthy Living, LCHC
When you see the phrase “drug overdose,” do you think of addiction and life choices? If you do, you’re probably not alone. However, drug overdoses aren’t always black and white. There are several factors that could lead to an overdose, as well as what drugs are taken....
